Quote from @Harrison Colunga:
I know in Southern California standards $35k is not a lot and wont get me as far as if I were to start out of state. I would start out of state but I have 0 connections and get analysis paralysis while trying to find a solid market. Especially in this economy I am nervous to start. Any suggestions?
The first thing you need is a shift in mindset. All I hear are excuses for why you can't buy. You should be asking "how can I...?"
You can purchase with 5% down, sometimes less. Find an off-market property for below market prices. Find someone with money to partner with you. Do a house hack.
Instead of spending four hours watching TV every night, playing Fortnite, or partying with friends, read books, listen to podcasts, attend networking events, study the market, walk neighborhoods talking to people and looking for deals, etc. Instead of complaining about the lack of funds, get a second job, educate yourself for a better-paying job, ask your boss for a raise, find side hustles, sell your car, etc.
People that find success are people that do things different than the majority of society. They work harder, sacrifice, display strong financial discipline, and spend more time self-educating than entertaining.
